Cost of Living in Tijeras, NM
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.9
100 = national avg
+12.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,663
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,386
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing106.6
Food107.6
Transportation139.6
Healthcare106.1
Utilities105.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,185
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,464
per month
The overall cost of living index in Tijeras is 112.9, which is 12.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 106.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,663 per year to cover basic expenses.